Disasters

China's Sichuan earthquake one year later
May 12, 2009 marks the one-year anniversary of the earthquake that devastated the Sichuan province of China. National Public Radio's All Things Considered program was in China and reported on the immediate aftermath.
Osterholm analyzes H1N1 reaction so far
Minnesota lawmakers are expected to take a close look at the state's response to the H1N1 flu today. The state's policy on several fronts has evolved. Only one case of the disease has been confirmed in Minnesota. Several schools have been closed, but most are reopening today.
Friends of Dan Zamlen plan to return home to Minnesota's Iron Range this weekend to say goodbye to the Eveleth native whose body was pulled from the Mississippi River.
Infectious disease specialist: additional cases should be expected
Minnesota health officials say a probable case of swine flu has been discovered in Cold Spring. Rocori Middle School and St. Boniface School have been closed as a result. The sample has been sent to the Centers for Disease Control so it can be confirmed.
MPR's Tom Crann poses audience text-message questions about swine flu to health correspondent Lorna Benson Tuesday.
Spain confirms 1st swine flu case in Europe
Spain's Health Ministry confirmed the country's first case of swine flu on Monday and said another 20 people are suspected of having the disease.